Horse Health Matters®
Aging a Horse by Its Teeth
by EquiMed Staff
April 26, 2017 16:41
It is not an old-wives tale that a horse's age can be told by checking its teeth. Learn the different stages a horse's teeth go through and how the Galvayne's …
The Four Categories of Equine Dental Care
by EquiMed Staff
April 6, 2017 12:45
Unlike people, horses don't usually get cavities, but they do get tartar build up and periodontal diseases. Learn about the importance of regular floatings and …
Feeding the Toothless Horse
by EquiMed Staff
April 11, 2018 08:36
"When feeding a horse with no teeth or with very severe tooth damage, feed a slurry of complete pelleted feed and/or mashed alfalfa pellets, and add in some …
First Aid in Treating Equine Injuries
by EquiMed Staff
April 19, 2017 17:04
Learn the three rules for treating equine injuries and how to treat the most common wounds and fractures …
Tip of the Day
A young horse learns patience when standing safely tied. Never leave a young horse tied without supervision, and always use a quick release knot with a break-away link to prevent accidents.
Horse Snips - Administering an Oral Wormer
by EquiMed Staff
April 20, 2017 13:56
How do you give an oral wormer to a horse? This short video shows you how. Worming your horse is easy and inexpensive. If you haven' been worming your horse, …
Every Horse Owner's Guide to a Healthy Barn
by EquiMed Staff
April 28, 2017 14:49
Learn about the many factors that go into creating a healthy barn and how taking it one step at a time, while considering your needs for durability, ease of …
Your Horse's Basic Dietary Needs
by EquiMed Staff
May 3, 2017 11:06
6 nutrient types that all horses require to have a balanced and healthy diet. This article covers the basics that all horse owners should know …
Dr. Getty's December Tip: Why Don't Horses Have Gallbladders …
by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
May 4, 2017 15:07
Add this to your collection of useful horse factoids that (surprise!) you actually needed to know: Horses don't have a gallbladder because horses are designed …
Essentials
Meeting the Horse's Basic Dietary Needs
by EquiMed Staff
May 3, 2017 11:17
Horses require basic nutrition elements in proper proportions and amounts. This article discuss the equine's basic dietary needs, giving you the information you …
Horse Parasite Control Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
November 8, 2018 11:24
Read about the many types of parasites that can affect your horse and learn how using the three "arms" of strategic deworming can be an answer to your parasite …
Horse Vaccination Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
April 21, 2017 10:34
An effective equine vaccination program always begins with a discussion with your veterinarian and why the risk factors in your particular area of the country …
Do's and Don'ts of Horse First Aid
by EquiMed Staff
April 10, 2017 10:26
Minor injuries and illnesses in horses can turn into costly or catastrophic situations if not recognized and treated promptly. Read to learn the 5 principles of …
Word of the Day
Bight
The loop in a doubled rope.
Want a Healthy Horse? Look to the Way Horses Live in the Wild …
by EquiMed Staff
April 25, 2017 13:06
Over the years, researchers have thoroughly investigated the evolution of horses and determined that the way horses live in the wild can serve as a guide for …
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absolutely necessary; extremely important.
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The wind of heaven is that which blows between a horse's ears.
Arabian Proverb